Thursday, May 26, 2011

(Prayer for Graduates at West Michigan Lutheran High School Commencement Exercises, May 26, 2011)

Almighty God, Heavenly Father, You have spoken in Your Holy Word: The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding (Psalm 111:10). As these young men and women begin a new phase in their lives, bless them with true faithfulness that fears and loves You above all things. May they pursue godly wisdom wich has its source and perfection in the sure and certain knowledge of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Bless and uphold all graduates with the Truth of Your Word Jesus Christ, made flesh for them, crucified for them, risen for them, and even now interceding for them at Your right hand. Bless them as they travel, some to faraway places, some to their homes, all in Your name, sending Your holy angels to guard and keep them that the evil foe may have no power over them. Grant them heavenly wisdom and instruction that they may not be found fools but with a good understanding which is founded upon the Precious Cornerstone, even Jesus Christ, our Lord. We commend these graduates and their families into Your gracious hands. your praise endures forever! In the name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

Background

Who Would Have Guessed??

You are Martin Luther. You'll stick with the words of Scripture, and defend this with earthy expressions. You believe this is a necessary consequence of an orthodox Christology. You believe that the bread and wine are the Body and Blood of Christ, but aren't too sure about where he goes after the meal, and so you don't accept reservation of the Blessed Sacrament or Eucharistic devotions.

The Wittenburg Trail

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod

About Us...

Divine Service with the Lord's Supper every Sunday at 9:30Fellowship and Bible Study following service (September-June)

Evening Prayer will be prayed Wednesday evening during Advent (beginning Dec. 1) at 7 pm. Incense is used at Evening Prayer service.

Vespers will be prayed Wednesday evenings during Lent (beginning March 9, 2011) at 7 pm. Incense is used during the Vespers service. We offer Imposition of Ashes (7 am, Noon and 7 pm) with the Divine Service celebrated at 7 pm on Ash Wednesday (March 9th).Private Confession and Absolution available anytime upon request.

We use the new Lutheran Service Book exclusively (Divine Services I, II, III, & IV in rotation). In accordance with the teaching of Scripture, we also practice closed communion. We ask that all visitors please speak with the Pastor before communing. Please consider visiting us if you are in the neighborhood.908 W. MainMiddleville, MI 49333269-795-2391